Applied EV & CISSOID partner to enhance autonomous vehicles

Software Defined Machines specialist Applied EV has announced the selection of CISSOID's new CXT-ICM3SA series of Silicon Carbide Inverter Control Modules (ICMs) to drive their latest generation of autonomous vehicle electric motors. This decision marks a significant step in the collaboration between the two companies aimed at advancing the safety and efficiency of autonomous vehicles.

CISSOID's ICMs, designed for the e-mobility market, are equipped with software-driven capabilities and onboard programmable hardware. This combination enhances the response time to critical events, off-loading the processor cores, and reinforcing functional safety requirements. The integration of these ICMs into Applied EV's Digital Backbone—a centralised control system that merges state-of-the-art software and hardware—aims to establish a new benchmark for safety-rated vehicles.

Julian Broadbent, CEO of Applied EV, emphasised the critical importance of functional safety in the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles. "Both Applied EV and CISSOID recognise functional safety is critical," he said. "The partnership integrates CISSOID's ICMs into our Digital Backbone, allowing for a faster development cycle, giving our customer the safest vehicle in the shortest time possible."

Dave Hutton, CEO of CISSOID, shared his enthusiasm for the collaboration. "We are excited to embark on this collaborative journey with Applied EV to drive innovation in e-mobility," Hutton noted. "By combining our expertise in electric motor design with Applied EV’s proficiency in software and vehicle integration, the aim is to deliver a game-changing electric motor drive platform for the future of mobility together."

The partnership between Applied EV and CISSOID underscores both companies' commitment to driving positive change in the automotive industry and contributing to a more sustainable future for transportation globally. As the automotive sector increasingly shifts towards electric and autonomous vehicles, collaborations such as this one are essential in pushing the boundaries of what is possible and ensuring that advancements are made safely and efficiently.

Applied EV's choice of CISSOID's ICMs is strategically aligned with its goal to optimise the functionality and safety of its autonomous vehicles. By leveraging CISSOID's advanced inverter control modules, Applied EV aims to provide a robust, reliable solution that meets stringent safety standards and accelerates the deployment of autonomous technology.

This collaboration also highlights the growing importance of integrating hardware and software to achieve superior performance in electric vehicles. The use of Silicon Carbide technology in CISSOID’s ICMs is particularly noteworthy, given its capability to handle higher voltages and temperatures, thus enhancing the overall efficiency and reliability of the electric motors.

The automotive industry is on the cusp of a significant transformation, with electric and autonomous vehicles set to become more prevalent.